Best time to visit

Best time to visit Egypt

October to April is the best window for sightseeing. Summer is unbearably hot inland, though Red Sea resorts are year-round destinations.

Best monthsOctober–April
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Month-by-month overview

Egypt at a glance

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Notes——Occasional sandstorms——Extreme heat in Luxor/Aswan—Temps can hit 45°C inland————

Festivals & events

Abu Simbel Sun Festival

Feb & Oct

Sunlight illuminates the inner sanctuary of Abu Simbel temple twice a year.

Cairo International Film Festival

Nov–Dec

Africa’s oldest film festival showcasing Arab and international cinema.

Moulid el-Nabi

Varies

Celebration of the Prophet’s birthday with Sufi music, sweets, and processions.

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